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INNOVINONCO GRADUATE EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP 2025: STUDY IN FRANCE

December 24, 2024
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INNOVINONCO GRADUATE EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP 2025: STUDY IN FRANCE

InnovInOnco Graduate Excellence Scholarship 2025: Study in France

The Lyon Saint-Etienne University is excited to announce the opening of the InnovInOnco Graduate Excellence Scholarship 2025. This scholarship is tailored for master’s students who aspire to join one of the InnovInOnco graduate programs.


About the Scholarship

The InnovInOnco Graduate Excellence Scholarship offers €10,000 annually to support international students pursuing Master 1 or 2 Cancer programs in France. Designed to emphasize academic excellence and research potential, this prestigious award focuses on candidates specializing in biosciences and related disciplines, with a primary goal of fostering expertise in oncology.

Below, we’ll explore the scholarship’s benefits, eligibility requirements, application process, and important deadlines.

Key Details

  • Location: France
  • University: Lyon Saint-Etienne University
  • Study Level: Master’s Degree
  • Eligibility: International students

Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship provides €1,000 per month for ten months, totaling €10,000 per academic year. Eligible students pursuing Master 1 or 2 Cancer programs can specialize in the following areas:

  1. Cancer Biology

    • Focuses on understanding the biological foundations of cancer.
    • Includes extensive research internships and seminars delivered by leading researchers.

  2. Therapeutic Innovations in Oncology

    • Covers clinical trials, drug development, and therapeutic advancements.
    • Features contributions from the Lyon Veterinary School.

  3. Master of Cancer Bioengineering

    • Offers an interdisciplinary approach to the physical and chemical aspects of cancer.
    • Includes state-of-the-art technological tools and methods.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be international students residing outside of France during the application process.
  • Dual French citizens are eligible to apply.
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree in oncology or a related field, or have completed at least one year of a master’s program in a relevant discipline.
  • Demonstrate an excellent academic record.
  • Possess research-related technical and internship experience.
  • Showcase motivation and alignment of career goals with the program’s objectives.

Required Documents

To apply, candidates must submit:

  1. A registration certificate from their home university.
  2. Academic transcripts, ECTS scores, or equivalent merit-based credentials.
  3. Proof of English proficiency through a Cambridge Certificate (minimum B2), TOEFL, or IELTS.
  4. A motivation letter.
  5. A valid passport copy (for international applicants) or recognized identification (for European students).
  6. An optional reference letter, including the contact information of one academic referee.



Application Process

Applications must be emailed as a single PDF file to:

The application should include:

  • Copies of bachelor’s or master’s degree certificates.
  • A one-page CV.
  • A one-page motivation letter detailing career goals and reasons for joining the program.
  • Academic transcripts from undergraduate studies onward.
  • Any relevant research, theses, or publications.
  • English proficiency test results (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent) unless you are a native English speaker.
  • A valid identification document.

Important Dates

  • Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

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Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly and take this significant step toward advancing their education and research in oncology.